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United Against Violence Newsletter
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YOUTH
UPDATES
“CPAF continues to support high-school age youth to address the root causes of domestic & sexual violence in the API community.”
In February, high school students from San Gabriel talked about pressure they feel to conform to others’ expectations for them based on their gender. Many shared that they are afraid of being hurt or rejected by others if they don’t always meet those expectations. One student talked about their personal struggle with this as they plan to major in science in college. Though the field of science has been historically dominated by men, this student is excited to embrace what makes them happy (science!) and to forge a path for others who may be like them.
Youth who participated in CPAF’s leadership workshops earlier this year, are working with volunteer mentors to explore several topics of interest including:
Healthy parental/caregiver relationships
The qualities of healthy friendships
Access to LGBTQ+ education amongst API youth
In March, the Youth Leaders learned about conducting interviews and focus groups to gain a deeper understanding about how these topics impact their own communities, and we look forward to sharing more about their initiatives!
It has been a challenging time navigating this work amidst the ever-changing shelter-in-place orders, and finding new ways to support and engage youth from our homes to theirs. Our students, youth leaders, and volunteer mentors continue to inspire us by their incredible acts of resilience and service!
Save these dates and get involved by joining us at our upcoming events for adults and youth!
These are unprecedented times, with many of us experiencing the hardship of isolation & physical distancing, a home that doesn’t always feel safe, business that isn’t coming in, unemployment, xenophobia & racism, and heightened anxiety. As you have partnered with us to provide much needed support, we too want to be a source of comfort and assistance to you. If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic or sexual violence please call our 24-hour, multilingual helpline: 1-800-339-3940. We have included additional resources you or someone you know may find helpful as well.
COVID-19:
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For Immigrants:
For families that are concerned about the "public charge" rule, immigration officials have confirmed that they will neither consider testing, treatment, nor preventative care related to COVID-19 as part of a public charge inadmissibility determination, even if provided or paid for by one or more public benefits considered under the rule including Medi-Cal.
[4/15/2020] California’s Guidebook for Immigrant Californians during COVID-19
For Older Adults:
The National Asian Pacific Center on Aging has launched API language helplines to offer COVID-19 information on prevention, symptoms, and planning:
○ English: 1-800-336-2722 ○ 廣東話/Cantonese: 1-800-582-4218 ○ 普通话/Mandarin: 1-800-683-7427 ○ 한국어/Korean: 1-800-582-4259 ○ 日本語/Japanese: 1-800-398-1117 ○ Tagalog/Filipino: 1-800-593-8087 ○ Tiếng Việt/Vietnamese: 1-800-582-4336 ○ Español/Spanish: 1-800-948-3844
Click for more information at https://www.napca.org/
Housing/Tenant Rights:
Food:
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Social distancing does not have to lead to social isolation. We can take care of each other in this crisis and reach out to loved ones, friends, neighbors and colleagues to see if they have the care and support they need, and if they feel safe at home. Here are some ways to do that: Click to learn how to support youth and adults living with violence.
California Peer-Run Warm-Line: Phone number: (855) 845-7415. Click Here To Access Use Chat Feature
Get the HeadSpace Meditation App for FREE in LA County: https://www.headspace.com/lacounty
In January, Genever Bar and Woon Kitchen generously sponsored our first ever United Against Violence Happy Hour. Check out their current pick-up/delivery and gift card options to show your support for API-owned businesses in the community!
A heartfelt thank you to our individual, corporate, and foundation partners for supporting survivors and the community through the COVID-19 pandemic. Our community of supporters, who give so generously of their time, skills, and resources, make our mission possible!
Aaron Ngor
Alice Tang
Channary Voeng
Debra Suh & Robin Toma
Dora Quach
Emily Marcello
Eric Lo
Eunji Yoo
Felixberto Teodoro
James Trinh
Jennifer Le Tarm
Jian C. Huang
Jina Yoon
Karen Loong
Karina Xu
Kona-Keith Kalanianaole Orian-Ploum
Krista Niemczyk
Mamie Funahashi
May Ma Ross
Meiling Chen
Melody Liao
Patrick Brady
Rebecca Lee
Shine Lin
Siyang Wang
Sophie Tong-Try
Summer He
Suzi Bouveron & Toby Wroblicka
Tan Mutia Edimilao
Teresa Chow
Thomas Luong
Ui Sun An
Wendy Cheung
Wileen Rungsiridacha
Young Joo Kim
Yun Kim
Asian Pacific Community Fund
Bank of America
Blue Shield of California Foundation
Cathay Bank
Councilmember David E. Ryu, District 4
John Gogian Family Foundation
Mayor's Fund for Los Angeles
The Rose Hills Foundation
United Way of Greater Los Angeles
Valero Energy Foundation
Women's Foundation of California/Blue Shields of California